Titans reportedly waive former second-round pick Will Levis
Levis was heading into the final year of his rookie deal and now gets a fresh start.
The Tennessee Titans are reportedly waiving former second-round draft pick quarterback Will Levis, according to report by The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero. Levis, drafted by Tennessee in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, had the opportunity to start 21 games during the 2023 and 2024 seasons. However, he was replaced by Cam Ward, who was selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler confirmed Pelissero's report, adding that Levis requested his release to seek a new start with a different team. As Levis was selected in the second round, he did not have a fifth-year option and was entering the final year of his four-year contract with the Titans. With the Titans waiving him, he will now be free to sign with any team if he passes through waivers.
Levis made nine starts as a rookie in 2023, during which the Titans had a 3-6 record, and finished with 1,808 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions. He returned to the Titans in 2024 for 12 games, leading them to a 2-10 record and contributing 2,091 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. Although the Titans went on to pick Ward in the 2025 draft, opting for Levis' replacement, Levis' performance played a crucial role in securing the top pick.
However, Levis' request for release suggests he remains confident in his abilities. With veteran Mitch Trubisky now signed by the Titans to provide support for Ward, finding a suitable spot for Levis might prove challenging, as few teams are seen as natural landing spots for him.
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